Meet the Boy King—or at least some very excellent recreations of King Tutankhamen and his treasures. This special exhibit will take families back to 1922 when archaeology Howard Carter first discovered the intact tomb of King Tut. The displays are careful recreations of the excavation site, allowing kids to learn about archaeology and ancient Egypt. Tickets start at $14 for non-members. Kids under 7 are free. 5050 Oakland.

Learn about history with tons of fun at the History Museum's free preschooler story hours. Storytelling and hands-on crafting happens every Tuesday and Friday from 10:30–11:15 a.m. in the kids-only History Clubhouse. This week the theme is "You're invited to a Party!" For kids ages 2–5 and their parents. Lindell and DeBaliviere in Forest Park.

Beat the heat and visit Grant's Farm as the sun goes down this Friday. The farm will keep the gates open until 8 p.m. Come over for food trucks like Fuhgeddaboudit and Walk Away Waffles and live music from Rocky Santhuff Band. Deer park rides will continue until 7:15 p.m. and the goats and carousel will stay open until 8:30 p.m. $12 per car. Walk-ups are free. 10501 Gravois.

What's the next best thing to a fairy castle in St. Louis? It might be the nineteenth-century Compton Hill Water Tower. It's only open to the public once a month, so if you want to take in an awesome view of the city from the top of 198 stairs, this Saturday is your chance. No strollers, and the tower is not handicap accessible. $5 per person. Noon–4 p.m. 3501 Russell.

Every Sunday, the Butterfly House features a different cool insect so kids can learn that many bugs are fascinating and helpful to the ecosystem. This weekend, delve into the lives of water bugs. Included with admission, for kids of all ages. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 15193 Olive.